basically the tools are all basic. What i qustion is my welder its a 135 mig. Most people seem to be using a 175. The spring hanger and shackle tubes dont seem to be very thick. all of it is 1/4 or less which i should be able to weld with a 135 no problem...??? So bassically what i am asking is what parts of the project are doable with a 135 if any?

 

Usually, people who use little machines are new to welding and don't know how to put down a good bead.

A machine that has more power increases the chance of getting enough heat in the weld..

If you have to ask, and there is any doubt, please get some help. If the truck will be on the road it is better when it does not come apart.

 

One big difference between a 135 and a 175 machine is the input voltage. If you're stuck in an apartment like I am, the 110v 135A welder may be your only option. It should weld what you need especially if you use a flux-core wire for the thicker stuff. A 175A welder runs on 220v and would be the better choice if you have available power for it.

 

If you are unsure of your abilities, why not get the hanger and rear leaf shackle holes welded by a professional? Both parts can be mounted before doing anything to your IFS. All the jigs work with the IFS in place. Simply find a welder, drive the rig in, have them weld it up... and drive away.

I had my SAS parts welded on and drove for over a month before I got the time to cut off the IFS and do the swap. When you get to the swap, everything just bolts on and you can practice your welding on less critical parts like shock mounts, etc.

 

You must ask yourself if you are good enough at welding to make this work. If you are unsure, have someone else do it. Better to spend an hundred fifty or so to have it done right, then have the whole thing come apart on the road.